"The inaugural tournament, in which 32 teams from across the globe will compete over four weeks in the United States, now has an official emblem."
"High-profile coaches and players including Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti, Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne and Robert Lewandowski, have raised concerns over the demands being placed on players by the Club World Cup with burnout - physically and mentally - a fear within the game."
"But the competition is happening, and it is why global players' union FIFPRO and European Leagues have been engaged in a legal dispute with FIFA since July over what they allege to be the world governing body's 'abuse of dominance' in the game."
"FIFA responded by accusing the leagues of 'hypocrisy.' The reality of the FIFA Club World Cup and why it is proving to be so controversial is multifaceted."
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